Character Artist

Blackbird Interactive is a remote-first game studio looking for a Character Artist to work on a 7-month contract. The role involves creating character assets from scratch, collaborating with the art team, and maintaining a cohesive character style.

Location: Remote

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 a year

Responsibilities

• Handle the complete workflow from asset creation to implementation
• Work under art leadership
• Collaborate with technical artists and animators
• Participate in art reviews

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in the game industry
• Strong portfolio showcasing realistic human anatomy, clothing and armor design
• Expertise in organic 3D sculpting (ZBrush/3D-Coat)
• Proficiency in 3D modeling (Maya/Blender)
• Strong hard-surface modeling skills
• Solid grasp of Map-Baking, PBR workflows and Material definition using Substance Painter and Photoshop
• Experience working within proprietary engines
• Strong technical execution and problem solving skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($80,000 - $90,000 a year)

Additional Information

• Originally posted on Himalayas